Relay Definition & Meaning
relay
- noun
- the act of passing something along from one person or group to another; "the relay was successful"
- a crew of workers who relieve another crew
- a fresh team to relieve weary draft animals
- a race between teams; each member runs or swims part of the distance
- electrical device such that current flowing through it in one circuit can switch on and off a current in a second circuit
- verb
- pass along; "Please relay the news to the villagers"
- control or operate by relay
"Relay" in song lyrics
See how relay is used in real songs:
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"We had to do em, ran through em like a relay"
Big Pokey f/ 1100 — That's the Way -
"On a track to beat your whole team without a relay"
Binary Star — Solar Powered -
"D.A.T.A., have you running a relay"
Buddha Monk f/ Babyface Fensta, Tai Chi Mastas — Picture That
Words that rhyme with relay
Usage tips for "relay"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "relay" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for relay to find words that pair well.
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- What does relay mean?
- the act of passing something along from one person or group to another; "the relay was successful" a crew of workers who relieve another crew a fresh team to relieve weary draft animals a race between teams; each member runs or swims part of the distance electrical device such that current flowing through it in one circuit can switch on and off a current in a second circuit pass along; "Please relay the news to the villagers" control or operate by relay
- What part of speech is relay?
- Relay is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does relay have?
- Relay has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).